Fresh strawberries, a splash of ginger ale, and fizzy sparkling water come together for a sweet, lightly spiced, alcohol-free drink that's crisp and refreshing any time of day.
Add strawberries and sweetener to a shaker or sturdy jar. Mash with muddler until juicy.
Pour in lemon or lime juice and stir.
Add chilled ginger ale and sparkling water. Stir gently.
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
Strain the mixture into the glass to remove seeds and pulp.
Garnish with mint or basil. Stir gently before sipping.
Notes
Use strawberry ginger ale for extra fruitiness. Sparkling water or club soda keeps the drink from being too sweet. Add more lemon or lime for a tangy kick. Crushed ice makes it even colder and extra refreshing.